Directions

To make vinaigrette: In a blender or food processor (or alternatively in a jar with a cover), combine orange juice, pumpkin purée, pumpkin seeds, vinegar, oil, and sugar, if using; purée until smooth (or shake jar vigorously to mix well). Season with salt and pepper. Makes 2 cups (500 mL).

To prepare salad: divide greens evenly on four salad plates. Arrange tomato wedges and cucumber slices around salad, and top the greens with red onion slices. Place mandarin orange segments around base of salad, and make a "bird's nest" with matchstick pumpkin pieces. Scatter roasted pumpkin seeds and toasted almonds, and garnish with radish slices. Spoon about 2 tablespoons (30 mL) vinaigrette over each serving. Makes 4 servings.